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Gold filled Earrings

Vintage Goldfilled Bead Earrings-Marked A&Z
Item #11606

Vintage A&Z marked gold filled bead earrings. Mark is for the A & Z Chain Co.; first used in 1905 through 1975 and now is part of the Hayward Company. Screwback style earrings, measure 3/4" in length and features two gold filled beads. Marked Goldfilled 1/20 12KT A&Z. In very good condition. A friendly reminder this pair of vintage earrings has been previously owned and worn.

$14.00
Vintage WRE Gold Filled Bead Earrings
Item #11127
Vintage WRE marked gold filled bead earrings accented with crystal rhinestones. Mark is for the W. E. Richards Company; mark was first used in 1944. Screwback style earrings, measure 3/4" in length and each earrings features one goldfilled ball in between two Chaton cut cystal rhinestones. Marked WRE 1/20 12KT. In very good condition. A friendly reminder this pair of vintage earrings has been previously owned and worn.
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Item #11127 $16.00
Gold filled Brooches and Pendants
Vintage Signed Gold Filled Topaz Stone Brooch
Item #10974
This is a beautiful gold filled brooch featuring an oval topaz stone. Wonderful filigree design. Measures 1-1/4" in diameter. Marked W underlined and 12/20 G.F. The gold filled finish is in very good condition as is the topaz stone. A friendly reminder this brooch has been previously owned and worn.
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Item #10974 $26.00
Gold filled Necklaces

Elegant Vintage Gold Filled Onyx Necklace
Item #12465

Elegant vintage gold filled onyx necklace. Marked 1/20 12KT Goldfilled on back of pendant. Necklace chain measures a generous 18", features beaded design surrounding stone. In very good condition. A friendly reminder this necklace has been previously owned and worn.

$32.00

Chic Vintage Forstner Gold Filled Bead Lavaliere Necklace
Item #11598

Chic vintage Forstner gold filled bead necklace. The Forstner Jewelry Manufacturing Company was first found in about 1920, and went out of business many years ago. Marked Forstner and 1/20 12KT Goldfilled on clasp and O ring. Necklace chain measures 16", features two dangling gold filled beads. In very good condition. A friendly reminder this necklace has been previously owned and worn.

$38.00
Vintage Signed Gold Filled Jasper Stone Necklace-Signed AmCo
Item #11206
This is a beautiful gold filled brooch featuring what I think is a red jasper stone. Beaded border. Stone measures 3/4" x 1/2". Necklace chain measures 18", is paper clip pattern, and is marked AC 1-20 12K (not the original necklace chain, but is goldfilled and from same era.) Pendant is marked 1/20 12K AmCo. This is the mark of A. Micallef & Co., Inc. from Providence, R.I. This mark was first used in 1935. We have available the matching bracelet and earrings, too. A friendly reminder this necklace has been previously owned and worn.
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Item #11206 $28.00
Vintage Signed Gold Filled Green Stone Necklace
Item #11209
This is a charming goldfilled necklace featuring a green stone pendant accented by a filigree cap. Necklace is marked 1/20 12K GF and measures a comfortable 18". Stone pendant measures 1" x 3/4" at widest point. In very good condition. A friendly reminder this necklace has been previously owned and worn.
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Item #11209 $22.00
Vintage WRE Gold Filled Bead Necklace
Item #10930
Vintage WRE gold filled bead necklace. Mark is for the Richards Jewelry Company (also makers of Symmetalic jewelry.) Necklace chain measures 15", features a single gold filled bead. Hang tag marked 1/20 12KGF WRE. In very good condition. A friendly reminder this necklace has been previously owned and worn.
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Item #10930 $34.00
Gold filled Bangles and Bracelets

Vintage Goldfilled Ruby Red Stone Bracelet
Item #12418

This is a vintage goldfilled bracelet is created with ruby red stones set within 3-dimensional flowers alternating with circles in a timesless design. Marked Roles 10 KGF on foldover clasp. Measures 7-1/4 x 3/4". The gold filled finish is in very good condition with vintage patina (can be polished if desired.). A friendly reminder this bracelet has been previously owned and worn.

$55.00

Vintage Goldfilled Sapphire Cabochon Bracelet
Item #12417

This is a vintage goldfilled bracelet is created with simple elegance; cone shaped sapphire blue cachochons set within 3-dimensional flowers alternating with leaves in a timesless design. Marked 14 K.G.F on foldover clasp. Measures 7-1/4 x 1/2". The gold filled finish is in very good condition with vintage patina (can be polished if desired.). A friendly reminder this bracelet has been previously owned and worn.

$46.00

Vintage Goldfilled Winard Bangle-Wide
Item #12392

This is a vintage goldfilled bangle bracelet from Winard Free of decoration; simple elegance. Inside measurement is 2-1/2" x 2-1/8" inner dimensions, with a height of 1/2". Marked 8 Winard 14 K.G.F. The gold filled finish is in very good condition with vintage patina (can be polished if desired.). A friendly reminder this bracelet has been previously owned and worn.

$55.00

Vintage Signed Craftmere Gold-filled Bangle
Item #12349

This is a lovely classic hinged bracelet, similar to pieces made during the Edwardian period. Measuring 2-3/8" x 2-1/4" inner dimensions, with a width of 3/8", and opens up to a width of 2-5/8" with a round shape. It features an elegant engraved design on front of bangle with space for monogram; and undecorated on back side. The bracelet is marked Craftmere 12K GF on the inside of the bangle for Ansul-Craft, Ltd.; Providence, RI. The gold filled finish is in very good condition. A friendly reminder this bracelet has been previously owned and worn.

$46.00

Vintage Signed Bojar Gold-filled Bangle
Item #12352

This is a lovely classic hinged bracelet, similar to pieces made during the Edwardian period. Measuring 2-3/8" x 2-1/4" inner dimensions, with a width of 3/8", and opens up to a width of 2-5/8" with a round shape. It features an elegant undecorated design all around bangle. The bracelet opens and shuts tightly, and is marked Bojar12K GF on the inside of the bangle. The Bojar mark refers to a a family-owned jewelry-manufacturing firm from Providence, R.I. The gold filled finish is in very good condition. A friendly reminder this bracelet has been previously owned and worn.

$44.00
Vintage Hayward Goldfilled Bangle
Item #11836

This is a lovely vintage gold filled bangle bracelet. Marked Hayward 1/20 10K Goldfilled for Bliss Brother Company., located in Attleboro, MA. This mark was first used on jewelry in 1988. Bracelet is simple and elegant, with a wonderful front design and space for monogram. Bracelet has tight closure; opens from the side and has a push-in clasp. Inner measurements is 2-1/4" x 2", and is 1/4" wide. In very good condition to excellent condition; original safety chain attached but chain has separated (can be easily fixed by jeweler).. A beautiful vintage bracelet.

$55.00
Vintage Bliss Brother Co. Goldfilled Bangle
Item #11820

This is a exquisite vintage gold filled bangle bracelet. Marked B.Co. (inside the letter B) for Bliss Brother Company., located in Attleboro, MA. This mark was first used on jewelry in 1908. Bracelet is simple and elegant, with a wonderful design all around the bracelet. Bracelet has tight closure. Inner measurements is 2-1/4" x 2", and is 3/8" wide. Original safety chain attached. In very good condition to excellent condition. A beautiful vintage bracelet.

$75.00

Vintage Gold Bangle Bracelet-Signed M.S. & Co.
Item #11429

This is a lovely vintage gold filled bangle bracelet. Marked M. & S. MFG. CO., Inc., located in Providence, RI. Circa 1950. Bracelet is simple and elegant, without design except for name engraved on back Elizabeth L Hiestand in fancy lettering. Bracelet has tight closure. Inner measurements is 2-1/2" x 2-1/4", and is 1/2" wide. In very good condition with vintage patina, can be polished if desired. A beautiful vintage bracelet.

$65.00

Victorian Rose Gold Bangle Bracelet-Signed L&M Co.-Wide 3/4"
Item #11418

This is a lovely Victorian rose gold filled bangle bracelet. Circa 1885. Bracelet has a wonderful etched design on front, with space for a monogram, if desired (rare to find in an older piece). Back of back is not etched or decorated. Bracelet has tight closure. Inner measurements is 2-1/2" x 2-1/4", and is 3/4" wide; and will fit a larger wrist. Marked L&M Co. In very good condition with a small dent noted on backside.

$145.00
Art Deco Era Engraved Goldfilled Friendship Bracelet &
Locket
Item #11387
Here is a lovely Art Deco gold filled ribbon friendship bracelet with locket. Embossed hook clasp is marked 1/20 12K GF followed by maker's name that are not readible. Slightly convex gold filled panels, nine total, strung together with 3/16" wide pink silk ribbon. This is a method often seen in same period friendship bracelets. Eight panels engraved with different monogram initials of friends. Center panel engraved 1925. Delicate gold filled chain with small engraved heart locket hangs below panels. Hinged locket snaps open to reveal vintage black and white photo of young woman. Inside locket lid marked STORKETTE 1/20 12K G.F. Locket and chain from different maker than bracelet panels. Bracelet drapes nicely round wrist and very pretty. Bracelet mesures 6-3/4" long open end to end and is 1/4" wide. Locket measures 3/8" wide. In very good condition. A rare and lovely friendship bracelet.
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Item #11387 $58.00
Vintage Floral Engraved Gold-filled Bangle
Item #11333
This is a lovely classic hinged bracelet, similar to pieces made during the Edwardian period, however apparently from the 1970s per the inscription (To Kathy With Love Christmas 1972). Measuring 2-1/2" x 2-1/4" inner dimensions, with a height of 5/8", and opens up to a width of 3-1/4" with an oval shape and arm. It features beautiful engraving on the front of abstract floral lines. The bracelet opens and shuts tightly, and is marked 1/20 12KG.F. on the arm of the bangle. The gold filled finish is in very good condition with vintage patina; can be polished if desired. Well made and a real treasure for years to come. A friendly reminder this bracelet has been previously owned and worn.
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Item #11333 $45.00
Vintage Gold-filled Bangle-Wonderful Design-Smaller Size
Item #11328
This is a lovely engraved bangle bracelet, similar to pieces made during the Edwardian period. Inside measurement is 2-1/4" x 2-1/8" inner dimensions, with a height of 3/8". It features beautiful engraving all around bangle. Unmarked, most likely gold filled as most items of this era were. The gold filled finish is in very good condition. A friendly reminder this bracelet has been previously owned and worn.
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Item #11328 $45.00

Vintage 1940s Goldfilled Elco Charm Bracelet-Full of Child Charms!
Item #11070

This is a fabulous vintage goldfilled charm bracelet, full of child charms. Marked Elco and 1/20 12K G.F. Bracelet measures 7-3/4" x 1/3" with a push-in clasp, measurement with charms included is 7-3/4" x 1-1/3". Includes six child charms; five are silouttes of girls, one of a boy. All are engraved with initials and birthdates (B.E.O. 2-1-49, W.G.C. 3-27-47; B.R.C. 6-24-45; W.M.O. 5-1-56; B.K.O. 12-4-54; and R.P.O. 1-5-54). This bracelet was produced by Elco jewelry company during the 1940s and 1950s. Interestingly, I have the same bracelet marked Winard and BB (for Binder Brothers). This bracelet has nice vintage patina, can be polished. Very good condition. A lovely 1940s bracelet. Initialed charms can be buffered out by a jeweler, or new engraving can be done. The safety chain has a release on it so you can stretch it out when you are putting the bracelet on and off. Lovely gold filled bracelet bracelet.
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Item #11070 $95.00

Vintage 1940s Goldfilled Elco Charm Bracelet
Item #11058

Here is another wonderful vintage goldfilled double link charm bracelet marked Elco and 1/20 12K G.F. Bracelet measures 7-1/2" x 1/2" with a heart decorated push-in clasp. This bracelet was produced by Elco jewelry company during the 1940s and 1950s. Interestingly, I have the same bracelet marked Winard and BB (for Binder Brothers). This bracelet has nice vintage patina, can be polished. Very good condition. A lovely 1940s bracelet. Charms can be added, if desired. The safety chain, has a release on it so you can stretch it out when you are attaching your favorite charms.Lovely gold filled bracelet bracelet with room for LOTS of charms.
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Item #11058 $55.00
Vintage 1920s Signed R& G Co. Gold-filled Bangle
Item #10831
This is a lovely classic hinged bracelet, similar to pieces made during the Edwardian period. Measuring 2-1/4" x 2" inner dimensions, with a height of 5/8", and opens up to a width of 3" with an oval shape. It features beautiful engraving on the front of bangle. The bracelet opens and shuts tightly, and is signed with the mark of R&GCo, of Attleboro, Mass. This company later became Ripley & Gowan Co. The gold filled finish is in very good condition. A friendly reminder this bracelet has been previously owned and worn.
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Item #10831 $95.00
Vintage Signed Carl-Art Gold-filled Bangle
Item #10731
This is a lovely classic hinged bracelet, similar to pieces made during the Edwardian period. Measuring 2-3/8" x 2" inner dimensions, with a height of 1/4", and opens up to a width of 2-7/8" with an oval shape. It features beautiful engraving on the front of abstract floral lines. The bracelet opens and shuts tightly, and is marked with the symbol of Carl Art (CA with arrow going through letters) and 1/20 12KG.F. on the inside of the bangle. This Carl Art mark was first used in 1937. The gold filled finish is in very good condition. A friendly reminder this bracelet has been previously owned and worn.
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Item #10731 $45.00

Vintage Goldfilled Cuff Bracelet with Turquoise & Carnelian Stones
Item #10728

A lovely Goldfilled cuff bracelet accented with turquoise and carnelian oval stones. Floral design, very detailed. Measures 5-31/4", fits average wrist and is adjustable; center design is 1" at tallest height. In very good condition. Is marked 1/20 12KT G.F. and the initials SH. A lovely jeweled cuff.
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Item #10728 $55.00

Vintage 1940s Catamore Goldfilled Charm Bracelet with Unused Monogram Charm
Item #10571

Here is another wonderful vintage Goldfilled charm bracelet marked Catamore and 1/20 12K. Charm bracelet measures 7" x 1/8" with a spring clasp. Includes a round initial charm (unused) ready for your name or monogram. Charm measures 7/8" in diameter and is marked Catamore and 1/20 12K. This bracelet was produced by Catamore Jewelry Co., Inc. Located in East Providence, R.I. This mark was first used in 1942. The company closed operations in 1981 when it was obtained by Johnson Mathy LTD (a metals supplier from Great Britain). This bracelet has nice vintage patina, can be polished. Very good condition. A lovely 1940s charm bracelet. Charms can be added, if desired. A lovely and rare 1940s bracelet.
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Item #10571 $32.00

Circa 1885 Victorian Rolled Gold Place Bracelet
Item #5292

Early Victorian bracelet, circa 1885, rolled gold plate with detailed design. 1/4" width. Lightweight, yet quality construction. Ajustable band, slides open to adjust. Measures almost 9" in length when straightened, measures 2-1/4" x 2-1/4" in coiled position. Unmarked, similar bracelets can be sen in S.F. Myers Catalgoue, 1885. Has nice vintage patina, yet polishes beautifully. Very good condition. A lovely Victorian bracelet, sure to become a family heirloom. View the many pictures available.
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Item #5292 $145.00

SOLD Vintage Goldfilled Bangle-Star Design-Signed B.A.B.
Item #12604

This is a charming intage goldfilled bangle bracelet decorated with engraved stars. Inside measurement is 2-3/8" x 2-1/4" inner dimensions, with a height of 1/4". Marked B.A.B. Overlay with Brass Guard. The gold filled finish is in very good condition; with slight wear noted however this does not distract from beauty of piece. With vintage patina; can be polished by new owner if desired. A friendly reminder this bracelet has been previously owned and worn.

$38.00

SOLD Vintage Goldfilled Carl Art Bangle
Item #12391

This is an elegant vintage goldfilled bangle bracelet from Carl Art. Free of decoration; simple elegance. Inside measurement is 2-1/2" x 2-3/8" inner dimensions, with a height of 3/8". Marked 1/20 12K G.F. and features the Cart Art symbol of C and A with arrow through both letters. The gold filled finish is in very good condition; one small dent to mention which does not distract from beauty of piece. A friendly reminder this bracelet has been previously owned and worn.

$50.00
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